Prenatal Parenting: The Complete Psychological and Spiritual Guide to Loving Your Unborn Child

by Frederick Wirth

Did you know that... Every year an increasing number of babies are born prematurely or with behavioral disorders? A baby's in utero experience builds the brain architecture that will determine behavior throughout life? Your unborn child has more nerve cells and many more connections among them than an adult?

Genres: Parenting

272 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2001

Reviews

[Green Iona · Rating 2 out of 5]

There was some new and interesting information in the first half of the book about fetal development that has enhanced my understanding of my baby. Throughout the whole thing there are a lot of fluffy spiritual references that just don't seem like they belong in the book-it's like a collection of what the author has learned and his inspiration. I skimmed through the rest, and it just seemed repetitive, and stuff I've already learned in life-how to handle stress.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fascinating read for anyone pregnant or not (and I'm NOT--right now). The first part deals mostly with how your baby's brain develops and how you can influence that development when your baby is in the womb. The second half of the book is more like a self-help book for the parents. Some parts are more helpful than others, but there was so much good information in this book that I have to give it 5 stars.

[Claudette · Rating 2 out of 5]

I thought this book was a bit too medically focused, though it was written by a doctor. I don't like to hear experiments done on animals because I love them so much and this book was religious focused. Though I learnt a couple of techniques I could use. I also love this expression: Before you were conceived I wanted you. Before you were born I loved you.

[Cj · Rating 1 out of 5]

my sister (who just gave birth!) recommended this to me. Unfortunately, try as I did, I could not get into it. I thought I would love it due to the premise but I could never get into (or maybe past?) Wirth's writing. I would have perferred if it was either more personal or more medical - it seemed to be trying to stay away from either perspective and ended up falling flat in the process.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book is a great must read while pregnant or before you conceive your precious baby. It focuses on the importance of positive thinking & experience & bonding with your unborn child. A great way to slow down & feel the connection within.

[Nikkilehnhoff · Rating 2 out of 5]

I really liked the beginning as it explains a lot about the neuro development of a fetus and infant. After that, it became fairly boring and was mostly a self help type of workbook. It would be great if there are some issues someone needs to work through during their pregnancy, but I lost interest.

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first third of the book was the best part. I would recommend expectant parents at least read that portion. The rest-- eh. Might be helpful if you're not psychologically stable, but not as informative as the first portion of the book.

[Danayra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent...scientific yet spiritual.

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book really made me aware of how much my actions as well as my thoughts could affect my girls while in the womb.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learned a ton from reading this book.

[Heidi · Rating 2 out of 5]

I returned this book partially unread. Although some of the information was helpful and interesting, the book was a bit incoherent with its instruction.

[Charissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some really helpful info and reminders about the mother's connection with her unborn child, but some very slow, off-on-a-tangent parts as well.